After I graduated from Humboldt in May 2011 with two BAs in Geography and International Studies, I went to London School of Economics and Political Science to pursue a MSc in Human Geography and Urban Studies Research. After completing my course work at the LSE, since August 2012, I proceeded to the PhD program in Cultural Geography at University of Colorado at Boulder to do research in ethnic studies in China.

Lieutenant Colonel Conrad Huygen (BA Geography ’94) is an Air Force chief senior defense counsel stationed at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. He is responsible for a team of 36 judge advocates and 26 paralegals who provide trial defense services in the eastern U.S., Europe, and Southwest Asia. His wife, Julie, is also an Air Force lieutenant colonel and is currently deployed to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan.

Since graduating from the HSU Geography program I have worked in a variety of international development jobs from a non-profit in Kenya, to serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay, and also designing my own projects to increase educational opportunities for rural youth in Paraguay.  The last project took me on a six month, 5,000 mile bicycle tour through South America to raise funds and awareness about the project.  In May of 2012, I graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Latin American Studies from the University of Arizona.  I am excited to continue my education in geography at University of Colorado at Boulder where I will pursue a PhD.

Since graduating from the HSU Geography program I have worked in a variety of international development jobs from a non-profit in Kenya, to serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay, and also designing my own projects to increase educational opportunities for rural youth in Paraguay.  The last project took me on a six month, 5,000 mile bicycle tour through South America to raise funds and awareness about the project.  In May of 2012, I graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Latin American Studies from the University of Arizona.  I am excited to continue my education in geography at University of Colorado at Boulder where I will pursue a PhD.

Work at Weather Forecast Office Eureka, CA.  Currently involved in the installation of many automatic weather data collection packages(DCPs)throughout northwestern California in conjunction with CA State Parks, CA Dept. of Water Resources and the CA/NV River Forecast Center.

I worked as a cartographer since graduation in 1980 and for the past 10 years I worked for Pinellas County Florida as Cartographic Cadastralist. I really miss school and the challenges. Humboldt was the best time of my life. I am now 65 and retired. For many years I had my own cartographic business and produced and printed my own maps. For the last 10 years I have been using ARCInfo producing data bases and interactive
maps.

With work being slow my fiance Mike and I are taking time off to sail our 38’ sailboat from Mexico to Australia via the South Pacific Islands. You can follow our journey on our blog at http://www.pacificsailors.com

Two and a half decades after my first immersion in Latin America, I’ve maintained my Spanish fluency through travel, friendships, and teaching. I earned my M.A. in Geography Education at U of Oregon in 1993. I teach Spanish and World Geogaphy/History at West Sound Academy, a small, private, International School (grades 6-12) in Poulsbo, WA.

I live just outside Port Townsend with my wife, Jocelyn and our children William (9) and Serena (4). I’d love to hear from any fellow Geography or Oaxaca Program graduates.

I retired July 1, 2011, and received the best retirement “gift.” In May I was flown to Washington D.C. to receive a National Wetlands Award.  And it all began at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary many, many years ago.  Here’s the link to the award information & photos: http://www.nationalwetlandsawards.org/

After many years as a public school Science teacher, I’m now teaching Spanish and World Geography/History at a small, university prep school in Poulsbo, WA.  West Sound Academy is a good fit for me, emphasizing global citizenship, critical thinking, and service learning--and I can ride the bus to work. I live near Port Townsend, with my wife Jocelyn and children Will(9) and Serena (4). Would love to hear from any Geographers or students who went to Oaxaca in ‘84.

Living it up it in the dry side of Washington state. Looking forward to retirement soon!

Is working for bandelier National Monument as a lead helitack crewmember.

Retired from teaching in LAUSD. Currently working at Madrona Marsh and Preserve in Torrance, Ca. doing restoration.

After 11 years in the private sector, I recently started my own environmental consulting firm, Sophia Mitchell & Associates. The firm focus is on CEQA/NEPA documentation and project management.

Since graduation I have worked for utility companies...16 years for Pacific Bell and 20 years for PG&E. Have greatly benefited from my Geography degree by extensively traveling the world!!

After an amazing, mind-opening, tongue-training Spring Field Study in Oaxaca, Mexico (1984) with Prof. Hal Jackson, I became smitten with Latin culture, Spanish and the travel bug. These passions combined with mountaineering (NOLS 1986) launched me into two marvelous decades of adventures off the beaten path in Mexico (Old and New), Pacific Northwest, Chile, Argentina, and Europe. Moved to Port Townsend, WA, in 2001, now married, with two kids, working as a teacher of Geography, Spanish, Music, and outdoor education. Glad to hear from classmates, travelers. Find me on linkedin or email directly:  geo.teacher@yahoo.com

Maj Conrad L. Huygen (BA, Geography ‘94) has been selected for promotion to the rank of Lt Col, USAF.  He is a judge advocate currently serving as an executive officer to the Assistant Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force at the Pentagon.

I have been the Cascade County Planning Director since Aug. 2010.